Controller

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established public-sector regulatory agency in Illinois, created by the state's highest court in the 1970s. It protects the public and upholds the integrity of a licensed profession by managing annual registration for tens of thousands of professionals, investigating complaints, and prosecuting misconduct when needed. The agency is funded through registration fees rather than taxpayer dollars. It also does a lot of education and outreach to help practitioners meet ethical and professional standards before problems come up.

The team is mission-driven and works in a collaborative, professional setting, with offices in Chicago and Springfield. Employees get the stability and benefits of a public-sector employer along with the pace and purpose of an organization that has a real effect on the public. The agency recently reorganized and is investing in its people, its technology and how it operates, so new hires can help shape its next chapter.

Why join us?

Competive Compensation Package
Excellent Benefits - 2 different retirement packages + 6 weeks Vacation
Report directly to CFO
Help change vision of company - exciting growth time

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Controller to join our team in the Legal industry. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the financial management of our firm, providing leadership, direction, and management of the finance and accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and strategy, with an ability to drive financial success and growth.

Responsibilities:

As a Permanent Controller, you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of our financial operations, including but not limited to:

1. Overseeing all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
2. Maintaining internal control safeguards for the receipt of revenue, costs, and both team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures.
3. Coordinating all audit activities and manage relationships with external auditors.
4. Regularly analyzing financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner, clearly communicating monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
5. Overseeing budgeting, and the implementation of budgets, so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.
6. Managing and forecasting cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment.
7. Advising from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the corporation may enter.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. A Master's degree or CPA will be highly desirable.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Controller or an equivalent role, preferably within the Legal industry.
3. Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and other key financial principles.
4. Proven experience in financial analysis, forecasting, strategic planning, and budgeting.
5. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage and guide a team.
6. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
7. Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively, and delegate.
8. Proficiency in accounting software and other IT systems relevant to the role.
9. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned financial professional looking to take their career to the next level. If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

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